Yo Gotti, born on May nineteenth, nineteen eighty-one, is a prominent figure in the music industry, known for his multifaceted talents as a rapper, singer, songwriter, and music executive. He made his mark with his sixth album, Live from the Kitchen, released in two thousand twelve, which, despite receiving mixed reviews, achieved a peak position of twelve on the Billboard 200.
Transitioning to Epic Records, Gotti released his sixth and seventh albums, I Am in two thousand thirteen and The Art of Hustle in two thousand sixteen. Both albums found success, reaching the top ten of the Billboard 200 and featuring platinum-certified hits such as 'Act Right' with Jeezy and YG, 'I Know' with Rich Homie Quan, 'Down in the DM,' and 'Law' featuring E-40.
In two thousand seventeen, Gotti released the single 'Rake It Up,' featuring Mike Will Made-It and Nicki Minaj, which peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, marking his highest chart entry to date. This single preceded his eighth album, I Still Am, also released in two thousand seventeen. His subsequent albums, Untrapped in two thousand twenty and CM10: Free Game in two thousand twenty-two, continued his success, peaking at numbers ten and three on the Billboard 200, respectively, with Untrapped being his final release under Epic Records.
In addition to his musical achievements, Gotti founded the record label Collective Music Group (CMG) in two thousand twelve. Under his leadership, CMG has signed a roster of successful artists, including Moneybagg Yo, 42 Dugg, Blac Youngsta, GloRilla, EST Gee, and Mozzy, further solidifying his influence in the hip-hop industry.